March 13, 2023
Nigeria: Former Super Falcons Coach Ismaila Mabo Dies
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has expressed deep sorrow over the death on Monday morning of former Nigerian defender and an accomplished head coach of the Senior Women's… Read more »
Nigeria: Beware of False Start to Rainy Season, Meteorological Agency Warns Farmers
Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), has warned farmers to beware of false rainfall onset as the raining season commences. Read more »
Nigeria: Mock Matriculation Exams Shifted Because Governor Polls Rescheduled
The 2023 Mock Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examinations (UTME) earlier scheduled for Thursday, March 16, 2023, has been shifted to Thursday, March 30, 2023. Read more »
Nigeria: Repentant Terrorist, 36 Others Arrested for Drug Trafficking
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a rehabilitated ex-fighter of the Boko Haram terror group, Alayi Madu and the traditional ruler of… Read more »
Nigeria: NAFDAC Vows to Fight Menace of Narcotics, Drug Abuse
National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and Nigeria Customs Service, amongst other stakeholders in the… Read more »
Nigeria: U.S. Bank Collapse May Affect Financial Inflows, Jobs in Nigeria
About $1.2 billion funding for Nigerian technology startups may be threatened and job losses are imminent as the ripple effects of the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), the… Read more »
Nigeria: Senate President - Tinubu, APC Leaders Move to Placate Christians, South-East
As the newly elected senators and members of the House of Representatives of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) prepare to hold a crucial meeting with the president-elect,… Read more »
March 12, 2023
Nigeria: Nigeria's First Female Senator, Franca Afegbua, Is Dead
The first elected female Senator in Nigeria, Franca Afegbua, has died. Aged 81. Read more »
Nigeria: Death Toll Rises to 17 in Southern Kaduna Attack, Reprisal
The death toll in the Saturday's attack and reprisal attack has risen to about 17 including a Police officer in communities of Zangon-Kataf in the southern part of Kaduna State. Read more »
Nigeria: Toyin Oyesanya Makes Debut in Nollywood Movie 'Ishola Alakola'
CEO of Royal Hugs Suprises, Oluwatoyin Deborah Oyesanya has made an inroad into the movie industry, playing a lead role in the epic Nollywood movie titled ISHOLA ALAKOLA. Read more »
Nigeria: Burna Boy's 'Last Last' Certified Platinum in the USA
Nigerian superstar Burna Boy, has added another remarkable achievement to his illustrious career as his latest hit single, 'Last Last', has sold over a million units in the United… Read more »
Nigeria: Cholera Outbreak Kills 2 in Ebonyi
Less than one month after cholera killed 17 persons in Ikwo local government area of Ebinyi State, two persons have been confirmed dead in another outbreak in Ofenekpa Inyimagu… Read more »
Nigeria: NASENI to Unveil Locally Produced Military Weapons
The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) will soon unveil its Made-in-Nigeria military weapons and equipment even as the Nigerian Army has lent its… Read more »
Nigeria: Female Celebrities Who Married Footballers
Female celebrities always have plenty of admirers, especially among the male folk. And it is usually not a surprise when these beautiful women date and marry football stars. Over… Read more »
March 10, 2023
Nigeria: Police to Arraign Osinbajo Over Lagos Bus-Train Accident
The Railway Command of the Nigeria Police Force, on Friday, said it has arrested the driver of the bus conveying workers of Lagos State government, which collided with a moving… Read more »
Nigeria: Militants Kill Pastor's Son, Abduct Wife, 3 Others in Kaduna
Terrorists said to be in a large number have attacked Karimbu-Kahugu community in Lere local government area of Kaduna State. Read more »
March 11, 2023
Nigeria: Federal Govt Okays 'Omeife' Humanoid Robot to Deepen Digital Literacy
The federal government has given approval for the use of Omeife humanoid robot to advance digital literacy in the country. Read more »
Nigeria: PDP Demands Yakubu's Resignation, Seeks International Sanctions
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called for the resignation of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, for allegedly deliberately… Read more »
March 10, 2023
Nigeria: Rejection of Old Naira Notes, Breach of Law, Akeredolu Tells Residents
Ondo State Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu has decried the rejection of old naira notes by a large section of traders and business owners in the state. Read more »
Nigeria: The Census Blues and Why Nigeria Must Get It Right
The upcoming census and housing enumeration in Nigeria are crucial events that will provide valuable insights for planning and promoting economic growth and development in the… Read more »
Nigeria: Why We Need to Reposition Nigeria's Maritime Industry
The spoils system whereby the political party in power doles out top government jobs only to friends and relatives has not only sullied, but also significantly stunted the growth… Read more »
Nigeria: 17 Years After Child Rights Law Adoption, Nasarawa Gets Family Court
Nasarawa State government has established a family court to mitigate the high rate of abuses and violations involving women and children. Read more »
Nigeria: Shelf Drilling Secures $118m Offshore Nigeria
Oslo-listed jack-up drilling rig leasing firm, Shelf Drilling, has secured a two-year contract in Nigeria for its Shelf Drilling Scepter rig. Read more »
Nigeria: Voting - INEC Kicks As Court Okays Use of Temporary Voter Card
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has rejected a judgement delivered on Thursday by a Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, which ordered the Commission to allow… Read more »
Nigeria: 6 Die in Lagos Train Accident, Sanwo-Olu Declares 3 Days of Mourning
No fewer than six persons yesterday died when a Lagos State government staff bus collided with an oncoming train at the PWD rail crossing located in Shogunle area of the state. Read more »